A Middle or High School Teacher teaches middle school students, usually in grades 6 - 12, in a public or private school. Teaches one subject, or a group of subjects, such as math and science; works with one class all year or teaches different classes of students throughout the day. May mentor students, coach a school team or advise a student club. May specialize in working with students learning English or students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
EOC-Head Start programs promote the school readiness of preschool-aged children from low-income families. Children's readiness for school and beyond is fostered through individualized learning experiences. Through relationships with adults, play, and planned and spontaneous instruction, children grow in many aspects of development. These include social skills, emotional well-being, language and literacy skills, mathematics, and science concepts. Early learning experiences also include the cultural and language heritage unique to each child. Head Start programs provide safe and healthy learning experiences indoors and outdoors. All children receive health screenings and nutritious meals, and programs connect families with medical, dental, and mental health services to ensure children are receiving the care and attention they need. Additionally, children receive support for building resiliency to cope with possible adverse effects of trauma. At Head Start, we educate children and support families! It is EOC's mission to transition at risk individuals from poverty to self sufficiency through our programs and partnerships.
JOB SUMMARY
The Floating Pre-School Teacher will travel to different child care centers to assist teachers, as needed. This staff person will assist with all classroom operations, which include carrying out the curriculum, lesson plans, and activities prescribed in the Head Start Performance Standards. The floating teacher will employ active supervision techniques and follow Agency's health and safety practices to ensure students have a safe learning experience. EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
Experience in early education preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATIONS
Maintains Level II Background Clearance and Adult and Pediatric CPR-First Aid Certification. Must Complete 45 Hours of Mandatory DCF Childcare Training Within One Year. Maintains of valid Driver's License and regular access to reliable transportation; maintenance of required Florida motor vehicle insurance with the minimum coverages set by the Agency.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Effectively works with co-teacher in developing and implementing weekly lesson plans and curriculum. Arranges the classroom into learning centers or compartments to facilitate and encourage student participation in the learning process. Collaborates with co-teacher in designing and implementing effective learning activities for students. Implements learning experiences that promote all developmental areas, including improving the readiness of children for school. Works with co-teacher in planning and integrating all program components into indoor and outdoor activities. Follows daily schedule of activities as approved by the Early Childhood Education Specialist. Provides active supervision both inside and outside of classrooms; ensures all health and safety practices, which keep children safe, are followed at all times. Guides children's acquisition of social skills, and those required by the Head Start Performance Standards. Eats with and assists children in development of social and self-help skills, and sound nutritional practices. Reports actual or suspected child abuse to the Department of Children and Families (DCF) in accordance with DCF's mandated reporter reporting requirements. Attends meetings and/or trainings, as required. Performs other duties, as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must be well organized and work cooperatively and effectively with all staff. Manages time effectively and efficiently. Must be available for assignment to any site served by the Agency located within Okeechobee County.
Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak positively and effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning and Problem Solving:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to effectively understand and solve complex problems involving multiple variables.
Technology Proficiency:
Ability to use office technology effectively, including use of word processing programs, such as Microsoft WORD. Proficiency in sending and receiving electronic communications, conducting web searches, and maintaining records via electronic file management software.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires a mixture of deskwork, standing or sitting for extended periods. Tasks may involve kneeling, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and extending. Additionally, certain tasks involve possible exposure to blood, bodily fluid or tissue, and communicable disease (generally when observing or assisting in the classroom). Tasks may involve lifting objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds, handling tools or utensils, using shared restrooms, offices, office equipment, and telephones. Risk involved with travel of streets and highways during travel to work assignments or home visits. This job requires possible exposure to inclement weather, including rain, flooding, lightening, hail, wind, and sun exposure. The physical demands described herein are representative of those required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and functions listed in accordance with state and federal law. Notice to
Applicants:
This is a two year, grant funded position.
EOC IS PROUD TO BE A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Background check required.
More info:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$16.32 - $16.68 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
